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October 10 Holidays

36 holidays and national days observed around the world. Sorted by how many people have saved them.

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National Hug a Kevin Day BIGGEST ON OCTOBER 10
Names United States

National Hug a Kevin Day

A prompt to hug the nearest Kevin, bearer of a name that began with a sixth-century Irish hermit whose Glendalough monastery still stands.

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World Mental Health Day
Awareness day
World Mental Health Day

Take time to focus on your mental health this World Mental Health Day - practice self-care and prioritize your wellbeing!

Awareness Mental Health International
240
03
World Homeless Day
Awareness day
World Homeless Day

On World Homeless Day, join the global movement to help end homelessness and make a difference in someone's life!

Awareness Social Justice International
205
04
National Cake Decorating Day
Food observance
National Cake Decorating Day

Celebrate National Cake Decorating Day with flair! Get inspired by tasty recipes, fun decorating ideas and tutorials to make your cake unique!

Food Baking United States
185
05
International African Penguin Awareness Day
Observance
International African Penguin Awareness Day

Join us in celebrating International African Penguin Awareness Day! Learn more about these amazing creatures and how to help protect them.

Animals Birds International
149
06
National Handbag Day
Observance
National Handbag Day

Show off your style on National Handbag Day with the perfect accessory! Shop for the latest trends and get ready to turn heads.

Style Accessories United States
138
07
National Hug a Drummer Day
Observance
National Hug a Drummer Day

Don't miss out on National Hug a Drummer Day - give your favorite drummer a big hug and show them some love!

Pop Culture Music United States
125
08
Ancestors’ Day
Observance
Ancestors’ Day

Honor your roots this Ancestors' Day! Dig into your family history and cherish the legacy that shaped you into who you are.

Relationships Family Cambodia
114
09
National Angel Food Cake Day
Food observance
National Angel Food Cake Day

Indulge in the light and airy goodness of National Angel Food Cake Day - a perfect excuse to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Food Desserts United States
93
10
World Inclusion Day
Awareness day
World Inclusion Day

Join us this World Inclusion Day for a day dedicated to celebrating diversity, inclusion, and acceptance of all!

Awareness Disability International
81
11
Bookshop Day
Observance
Bookshop Day

Dive into a universe of stories on Bookshop Day! Support local shops and explore new worlds, one page at a time.

Business Entrepreneurship United Kingdom
80
12
National Chess Day
Observance
National Chess Day

Celebrate National Chess Day by challenging your friends and family to a game - test your skills and show them who's the real chess champion!

Pop Culture Gaming United States
70
13
Universal Music Day
Observance
Universal Music Day

Turn up the volume and join in on Universal Music Day! Celebrate your favorite music with friends, family, and loved ones.

Pop Culture Music International
69
14
World Porridge Day
Food observance
World Porridge Day

Celebrate World Porridge Day with delicious and nutritious porridge recipes - perfect for a cozy breakfast or dinner!

Food Breakfast International
69
15
I Love Yarn Day
Observance
I Love Yarn Day

Celebrate I Love Yarn Day with us! Get creative and make something special - from cozy sweaters to handmade home decor, yarn can do it all!

Hobbies Knitting International
47
16
National Motorcycle Ride Day
Observance
National Motorcycle Ride Day

Rev up for National Motorcycle Ride Day! Join us for a scenic ride and celebrate the thrill of two wheels with friends.

Sports Outdoor Adventure United States
47
17
National Costume Swap Day
Observance
National Costume Swap Day

Make this National Costume Swap Day a memorable one - swap costumes with your friends and family for an extra special celebration!

Style Fashion United States
35
18
Pitru Paksha
Observance
Pitru Paksha

Immerse yourself in the profound rituals of Pitru Paksha, a time for honoring ancestors and embracing our deepest traditional roots.

Religion Hindu India
34
19
World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day
Awareness day
World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day

On World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day, let's spread awareness and take action to protect our furry friends on the roads.

Awareness Animal Welfare International
34
20
World Day Against The Death Penalty
Awareness day
World Day Against The Death Penalty

Join the global movement on World Day Against The Death Penalty and fight for justice, human rights, and an end to capital punishment!

Awareness Social Justice International
34
21
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day
Awareness day
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day

Celebrate World Hospice and Palliative Care Day by showing your support for those facing serious illnesses - donate, volunteer, or simply spread awareness!

Awareness Health Conditions International
34
22
Fiji Day
Observance
Fiji Day

Get ready to celebrate Fiji Day with traditional dances, mouthwatering food, and cultural performances that will transport you to the beautiful island!

Culture Regional Fiji
23
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Bonza Bottler Day
Community origin
Bonza Bottler Day

Join the fun and celebrate Bonza Bottler Day! It's once a month extravaganza when the day and the date are the same number. Let's make it count!

Fun Silly United States
17
24
Cuba Independence Day
Observance
Cuba Independence Day

Get ready to salsa and celebrate Cuba Independence Day with vibrant colors, delicious food, and lively music! Viva la libertad!

Culture Civics Cuba
11
25
International Stage Management Day
Observance
International Stage Management Day

It's time to give a shoutout to all the hardworking stage managers out there! Happy International Stage Management Day - you make the show run smoothly.

Careers Creatives International
11
26
Mahalaya
Observance
Mahalaya

Embrace the joy of Mahalaya! A spiritual day that marks the arrival of the Goddess, uniting people in prayer and merriment.

Religion Hindu India
11
27
Maroons Day
Observance
Maroons Day

Get ready to show your maroon pride on Maroons Day! Wear your favorite maroon outfit and join in the festivities to celebrate this vibrant color.

Culture Black History United States
11
28
National Porter Day
Observance
National Porter Day

Calling all Porters! It's your special day to celebrate and be proud of your name. Share your stories, memories, and love for being a Porter on National Porter Day!

Careers Logistics United Kingdom
11
29
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Observance
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Get ready to launch into pure awe! Join the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, where the sky’s not the limit, it's just the beginning!

Culture Regional Mexico
1
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Bathukamma Starting Day
Observance
Bathukamma Starting Day

Welcome the vibrant festival of Bathukamma! Celebrate the beginning of festive fervor with beautiful flowers and traditional Telangana dances.

Culture Asian Heritage India
0
31
Huduma Day
Observance
Huduma Day

Join the celebration of community service and unity on Huduma Day - a day to recognize the power of giving back and making a difference in our society!

Culture Civics Kenya
0
32
Pchum Ben
Observance
Pchum Ben

Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Pchum Ben! Honour ancestors, embrace spirituality and experience Cambodian culture at its finest.

Religion Buddhist International
0
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Taiwan Double Ten Day
Observance
Taiwan Double Ten Day

Double the fun and excitement on Taiwan's National Day! Join in the festivities and cultural celebrations on this special day.

Culture Civics Taiwan
0
34
Curaçao Day
Observance
Curaçao Day

Get ready to party on Curaçao Day! Celebrate the vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscapes of this Caribbean island.

Culture Regional Curacao
0
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Philippines Local Government Day
Observance
Philippines Local Government Day

It's time to recognize and honor the hard-working officials of our local government on Philippines Local Government Day!

Culture Regional Philippines
0
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Semana Morazánica
Observance
Semana Morazánica

Join in the Semana Morazánica celebrations, diving deep into Honduran culture! Enjoy the parades, food and music in honor of the national Hero.

Culture Hispanic Heritage Honduras
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71 month-long observances and 7 week-long ones that include October 10.

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​​Global Diversity Awareness Month
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​​Global Diversity Awareness Month
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​National Dental Hygiene Month
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​National Dental Hygiene Month
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National Pizza Month
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National Pizza Month
Food
National Cookie Month
All of October
National Cookie Month
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​​Italian-American Heritage Month
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​​Italian-American Heritage Month
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National Pasta Month
All of October
National Pasta Month
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​World Menopause Month
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​World Menopause Month
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National Dessert Month
All of October
National Dessert Month
Food
National Apple Month
All of October
National Apple Month
Food
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
All of October
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Animals
World Animal Month
All of October
World Animal Month
Awareness
National Chili Month
All of October
National Chili Month
Food
National Sausage Month
All of October
National Sausage Month
Food
National Animal Safety and Protection Month
All of October
National Animal Safety and Protection Month
Awareness
Museums and Galleries Month
All of October
Museums and Galleries Month
Culture
National Dance Week
October 2–11
National Dance Week
Hobbies
Filipino American History Month
All of October
Filipino American History Month
Culture
German-American Heritage Month
All of October
German-American Heritage Month
Culture
International School Libraries Month
All of October
International School Libraries Month
School
National Arts & Humanities Month
All of October
National Arts & Humanities Month
Hobbies
Dyslexia Awareness Month
All of October
Dyslexia Awareness Month
Awareness
Eat Better, Eat Together Month
All of October
Eat Better, Eat Together Month
Health
Family History Month
All of October
Family History Month
Culture
National Work and Family Month
All of October
National Work and Family Month
Careers
National LGBT History Month
All of October
National LGBT History Month
Culture
National Depression Education and Awareness Month
All of October
National Depression Education and Awareness Month
Awareness
Country Music Month
All of October
Country Music Month
Pop Culture
National Audiology Awareness Month
All of October
National Audiology Awareness Month
Awareness
National Learning and Development Month
All of October
National Learning and Development Month
Careers
National Protect Your Hearing Month
All of October
National Protect Your Hearing Month
Awareness
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
All of October
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Awareness
International Walk To School Month
All of October
International Walk To School Month
School
Caffeine Addiction Recovery Month
All of October
Caffeine Addiction Recovery Month
Awareness
Health Literacy Month
All of October
Health Literacy Month
Awareness
Polish American Heritage Month
All of October
Polish American Heritage Month
Culture
American Pharmacists Month
All of October
American Pharmacists Month
Careers
Emotional Wellness Month
All of October
Emotional Wellness Month
Health
Halloween Safety Month
All of October
Halloween Safety Month
Awareness
National Book Month
All of October
National Book Month
Pop Culture
National Cookbook Month
All of October
National Cookbook Month
Pop Culture
National Crime Prevention Month
All of October
National Crime Prevention Month
Awareness
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
All of October
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Awareness
Squirrel Awareness Month
All of October
Squirrel Awareness Month
Animals
Blindness Awareness Month
All of October
Blindness Awareness Month
Awareness
Eye Injury Prevention Month
All of October
Eye Injury Prevention Month
Awareness
Go Sober For October
All of October
Go Sober For October
Health
Healthy Lung Month
All of October
Healthy Lung Month
Awareness
Long Term Care Planning Month
All of October
Long Term Care Planning Month
Business
Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month
All of October
Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month
Culture
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
All of October
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Tech
World Space Week
October 4–10
World Space Week
Tech
Fair Trade Month
All of October
Fair Trade Month
Awareness
Financial Planning Month
All of October
Financial Planning Month
Business
Head Start Awareness Month
All of October
Head Start Awareness Month
Awareness
Hog Out Month
All of October
Hog Out Month
Food
Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 4–10
Mental Illness Awareness Week
Awareness
National Chiropractic Month
All of October
National Chiropractic Month
Health
National Curry Week
October 5–11
National Curry Week
Food
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
All of October
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Awareness
National Pet Wellness Month
All of October
National Pet Wellness Month
Animals
Vegetarian Month
All of October
Vegetarian Month
Health
AIDS Awareness Month
All of October
AIDS Awareness Month
Awareness
Bat Appreciation Month
All of October
Bat Appreciation Month
Animals
Celebrate The Bilingual Child Month
All of October
Celebrate The Bilingual Child Month
Awareness
National Orthodontic Health Month
All of October
National Orthodontic Health Month
Health
Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
All of October
Rett Syndrome Awareness Month
Awareness
Baby Loss Awareness Week
October 9–15
Baby Loss Awareness Week
Awareness
Back Care Awareness Week
October 5–11
Back Care Awareness Week
Awareness
National Ergonomics Month
All of October
National Ergonomics Month
Awareness
National Medical Librarians Month
All of October
National Medical Librarians Month
Careers
National Pescatarian Month
All of October
National Pescatarian Month
Health
​Active Aging Week
October 5–11
​Active Aging Week
Health
Philippines National Indigenous Peoples Month
All of October
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